Capítulo 126: Chapter 126 The Boring and Dull Red Mansion
Zhao Yanan lightly bit her lip and said, "Chu Yuxuan, I can't learn how to love... You're too fickle; I don't like it."
"That's fake, just a show for the Chu clan."
Zhao Yanan's mind was a bit disordered. When talking about Chu Yuxuan's fickleness, she couldn't help but recall the conversation between those two internet celebrities in the bathroom earlier. Perhaps due to her nervousness, she intended to say, "We can't," but ended up blurting out, "You can't."
Chu Yuxuan: ???
"Where did you get that idea?"
Zhao Yanan felt like she wanted to die. She didn't even know what she was saying...
After a moment of thought, Chu Yuxuan figured it out. It must be because he hadn't touched Qingluo S when she tempted him, so Zhao Yanan thought he was "incapable"? "Nannan, I told you, it was all fake, just an act for the Chu clan. I never touched those women... As for your concern, there's an old saying: 'A full man doesn't think of lust.' Do you understand what that means? Just take it literally..."
Zhao Yanan's cheeks flushed. How did the conversation turn to this? This guy is seriously trying to explain it to her!
"Chu Yuxuan, can we not talk about this? I... I really can't be in a relationship right now."
Chu Yuxuan nodded, "It's okay. I'll be here with you, helping you get better. Today, I just want to seriously tell you that my feelings for you are genuine and not just for fun. Please don't mind or feel pressured. Let's just interact like we normally do, alright?"
Zhao Yanan tightened her grip on the coffee cup and softly responded, "Mm."
Looking at Chu Yuxuan's serious eyes, she felt a strange, inexplicable emotion. On the other side, Lao Si was about to be driven crazy by Zhou Xiaoruo.
"How many people are in your family? How old are you this year? What's your zodiac sign? Will your parents support you marrying a Chinese girl? What type of girl do you like?"
Lao Si couldn't tolerate it anymore and answered the last question, "A normal woman."
Zhou Xiaoruo: ??
Is this guy saying I'm not normal?
"Hey! Let me explain again. I really didn't mean it last time. Don't be so petty..."
"Alright, alright, let's start. First, your symptoms..."
Lao Si, feeling pitiful, could barely manage a response, and his fingers on the cross seemed ready to burn...
By noon, Chu Yuxuan received a call from his father. After a brief conversation, he said goodbye to Zhao Yanan and left.
Chu Zhiqing's Maybach was parked at the entrance of the community.
As soon as he got into the car, Chu Yuxuan asked, "Where are we going?"
"Taking you to a meal," Chu Zhiqing replied with a smile. "Do you know a place called the Red Mansion?"
Chu Yuxuan responded, "I've heard of it. It's said to be the tallest building in Jiangcheng, often called the 'Ninefold Heaven' in the community."
"Yes, it's indeed very high," Chu Zhiqing said meaningfully. "When I was in my thirties, I was only qualified to step into the Red Mansion's threshold."
"In your thirties..." Chu Yuxuan pondered, "At that time, you were already a prominent entrepreneur in Jiangcheng. It seems the owner of the Red Mansion is quite impressive. Who is it?"
Chu Zhiqing smiled, "I don't actually know who it is... But you can understand it as 'power.'"
Chu Yuxuan fell silent. Some things were self-evident.
Chu Zhiqing continued, "Since the moment humans gained wisdom, it was destined that 'power' would be at the top of the upper echelon. Take Jiangcheng as an example, no matter how remarkable an entrepreneur you are, once you encounter 'power,' you must learn to bow. Otherwise, even a small official can make you stumble."
"I'm not interested in these things," Chu Yuxuan said.
"Understanding the world is a skill, and understanding human nature is an art. If you want to rise higher, you need to understand these two sayings."
Chu Yuxuan was skeptical, "Chu Zhiqing, why are you telling me this? The more I listen, the more confused I get."
"You'll understand later. If you want to be the successor of the Chu clan, you need to deal with these matters."
Chu Yuxuan felt speechless, "I've said from the beginning that I'm not interested in the Chu clan's wealth. Keep your advice for yourself."
Chu Zhiqing smiled and changed the subject, "Alright, today just consider it a visit to see what the Red Mansion is like and broaden your horizons."
"Mm... By the way, has the news about Liu Jun been released?"
"It's been released," Chu Zhiqing glanced at his son who was fishing for himself. "It was released last night. Just wait..."
Half an hour later, the father and son arrived at the Red Mansion.
After validating their membership cards, a s*xy woman in a qipao greeted them with a beaming smile, "Mr. Chu, you're here! Oh, this must be young Mr. Chu. Truly a remarkable young man!"
Out of courtesy, Chu Yuxuan gave a symbolic nod.
Chu Zhiqing was much more at ease, "You've been even more attractive since we last met!"
The woman playfully said, "Mr. Chu, you're flattering me again."
After a few exchanges of pleasantries, the woman led them to a private room on the third floor.
It was the same room where Ye Yongsheng had been the night before.
The people in the room were also the same two bosses, Ying and Tan, who had met Ye Yongsheng.
General Manager Wang, as always, was very attentive. He stood up to greet them, personally brewed tea, and didn't forget to praise Chu Yuxuan.
The two bosses, Cao and Tan, also praised Chu Yuxuan, expressing their recognition of this new prominent figure. However, it was mostly just formalities. They had heard some rumors about this playboy in Jiangcheng.
After the pleasantries, Chu Zhiqing started discussing Ye Yongsheng's aftermath and solidifying relationships within the network.
Cao and Tan were relieved not to have made a wrong bet last night, and they chatted comfortably with Chu Zhiqing.
However, their usual way of conversation made Chu Yuxuan uncomfortable. Every action, from refilling tea to serving dishes, seemed to carry a meaning.
Chu Yuxuan didn't quite understand but felt more disdain.
Had he known it would be like this, he would never have come with Chu Zhiqing. Why leave a good woman behind to listen to these old geezers ramble?
Feeling extremely bored halfway through, he made up an excuse and slipped out of the private room for some fresh air.
To be honest, the decoration inside the Red Mansion was quite impressive. With its antique style, it had a natural elegance that didn't feel like an imitation of Tang Dynasty aesthetics but exuded a noble charm.
Chu Yuxuan intended to go up to the next floor, but both the elevator and stairs were guarded by bodyguards, so he couldn't go up.
Helpless, he could only go downstairs.
While strolling leisurely, Chu Yuxuan accidentally came to a balcony in the southeast corner on the first floor. On the balcony, a watercolor painting on an easel caught his attention. It depicted a bamboo forest at dusk, with the evening breeze gently rustling the bamboo leaves, vividly capturing the scene.
Just as Chu Yuxuan was engrossed in the painting, a woman's voice suddenly came from behind him, "Are you looking at it?"
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